Texas · population 1,423
Lead pipes in Meridian, TX
258 lead or galvanized lines to replace
Most of Meridian (population 1,423) gets its water from City of Meridian. That system reported 39 lead and 219 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines out of 735, with 0 more of unknown material.
35% of City of Meridian's service lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, higher than the Texas average (1.2%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 5.3%
- Galvanized (replace) 30%
- Unknown 0%
- Non-lead 65%
Latest lead test for City of Meridian (Jan 2023–Dec 2025): 2.4 ppb at the 90th percentile, against a 15 ppb federal action level. Full test history.
Compliance record: EPA lists 3 Lead and Copper Rule violations since 2015 for City of Meridian.
Water systems serving Meridian
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of MeridianMain system | 39 | 219 | 0 | 35% |
| Mustang Valley WSCServes nearby areas | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Matched from EPA water system service area boundaries and the cities each system reports serving. Edges of the city may be served by a neighboring system; your water bill names your utility.
Check your address in Meridian
The counts above cover the whole water system. To see whether your line is lead, look up your address on City of Meridian's official inventory. Utilities had to make these public by October 16, 2024.
No map yet? Do the 2-minute scratch and magnet test.
Protect your drinking water
If your line is lead, galvanized or unknown, use a filter certified to NSF/ANSI 53 for lead for drinking, cooking and baby formula, and use only cold water.
Choosing a lead-certified filter · Testing your water · Replacement cost
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Questions
Does Meridian, TX have lead pipes?
Yes. City of Meridian, which serves Meridian, reported 39 lead and 219 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 0 of unknown material.
Who supplies water to Meridian?
EPA's service area maps place most of Meridian in City of Meridian's service area (PWSID TX0180002). Mustang Valley WSC also serves parts of the city or nearby areas.
How do I check whether my Meridian home has a lead service line?
Search your address on City of Meridian's service line inventory map. You can also scratch the pipe where water enters your home: lead is soft, dull gray, scratches to shiny silver and doesn't attract a magnet.
When will lead pipes in Meridian be replaced?
EPA's Lead and Copper Rule Improvements require most systems to replace lead and galvanized-requiring-replacement lines by December 31, 2037. Ask City of Meridian whether your street is scheduled and whether it covers the private side.